2015 Hyundai I30 1.6L Diesel · AF15 MLU

The most recent MOT, carried out on 17 June 2026, was passed with no recorded defects, indicating that the vehicle presently meets the statutory safety and emissions standards. Over the past six years the record shows a mixture of passes and failures, with the principal failures in 2024 and 2025 relating to a non‑functioning engine MIL indicator, a missing anti‑roll bar dust cover and excessive inner‑edge wear on the front tyres. Since the 2025 failures the car has cleared both subsequent tests, suggesting that the owner has addressed the most serious items and that the overall maintenance trend is now stabilising rather than deteriorating. At 116 875 mi the 2015 Hyundai i30 has accumulated roughly 10 600 mi per annum, which is in line with average UK usage for a vehicle of this age. The mileage does not point to any periods of extreme low use that might have encouraged corrosion from standing, nor does it reveal any high‑speed, high‑kilometre abuse that would accelerate drivetrain wear. Nevertheless, a vehicle with just over a decade on the road will have experienced normal wear on consumables such as suspension bushings, brake discs and pads, tyre tread, and engine fluids, all of which merit close inspection. When you examine the car, first remove any engine‑bay covers or under‑trays that are currently fitted, as they have repeatedly been noted as obscuring components and can hide deterioration. Inspect the near‑side front suspension arm pin and bush for any looseness, cracking or excessive play; a worn bush will typically produce a clunk when the steering wheel is turned sharply or when encountering bumps. Verify that the off‑side front anti‑roll bar linkage dust cover is present and intact, and check the anti‑roll bar bushings for any signs of corrosion or movement, as dirt ingress can lead to premature wear and noisy handling. Examine the front tyres for the characteristic inner‑edge wear noted in the 2024 tests – this often signals a mis‑alignment, worn camber/caster settings or uneven tyre pressure, so a professional wheel‑alignment check is advisable. While on the road, listen for any abnormal engine noises that were previously flagged, and watch for the illumination of the MIL; a fault here could indicate an unresolved emissions or sensor issue that may affect future MOTs. Given the car’s age, also assess time‑related items that are not captured by mileage alone. Check the tyre sidewalls for cracking or dry rot, especially if the vehicle has spent long periods stationary. Inspect the 12 V battery terminals for corrosion and test the charge under load, as batteries over ten years often require replacement. Examine the brake discs for surface rust, scoring or glazing and ensure the pads retain sufficient thickness. Verify that the coolant, brake fluid and engine oil have been changed in accordance with the service schedule – fluid degradation can occur even with modest mileage. Finally, review the service book for regular oil changes, filter replacements and any recorded suspension or steering work, as a well‑documented history will give you confidence that the vehicle’s critical components have been maintained appropriately.